5 highest ratings achieved by batsmen in Test cricket

#2 Steve Smith

Australia's Steve Smith is rated as one among the top modern-day batsmen

Australia's Steve Smith has, undoubtedly, emerged as one of the finest modern-day batsmen in Test cricket. Possessing a technique that is considered to be maverick by many, Smith has been successful in amassing runs all across the world against different oppositions.

Starting his career as a leg-break bowler, the New South Welshman soon transformed into a major batting asset for his team down the order. As days passed by, Smith turned into a full-time batsman and established himself as Australia's best player in the longer format of the game. Over the past few years, Smith has played a pivotal role in helping Australia win many series and has consistently been on top of the ICC rankings for batsmen in Test cricket.

The former Aussie skipper was at his flourishing best when he awarded a rating of 947 against England on 30/12/2017. The rating stands as one of the highest scores ever achieved by a modern-day batsman.

Test Record*

Mat-64

Runs-6199

Avg-61.38

100s-23

(*as on 12/08/2018)